Hockey Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Includes Chara, Thornton, Keith, and Mogilny
A new group of hockey legends will be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame, with Zdeno Chara, Joe Thornton, Duncan Keith, and Alexander Mogilny leading the class of 2025, an announcement made today, November 8, 2025.
The selections, revealed as part of the annual tradition surrounding the Hall of Fame, recognize players who have left an indelible mark on the sport through unique careers and achievements. Each player navigated a distinct path to Hall of Fame recognition, building compelling cases over their time in the NHL. This announcement also sparks renewed debate about players not yet inducted, prompting discussion about the criteria for hockey’s highest honor.
An exercise conducted by The Athletic asked its NHL staff to identify one not-yet-inducted player from each team’s history with the strongest Hall of Fame argument. Several names emerged, including Ryan Getzlaf for the Anaheim Ducks, Patrice Bergeron for the Boston Bruins, and Sergei Bobrovsky, who earned recognition from both the Florida Panthers and Columbus Blue Jackets. Hall of Fame expert Sean McIndoe noted the complexities of evaluating goaltenders, stating, “I’ve given up on trying to figure out what the Hall will do with goalies.” For a comprehensive look at the history of the Hockey Hall of Fame, visit the official Hockey Hall of Fame website.
Notably, several current stars were also identified as future Hall of Famers, including Nathan MacKinnon of the Colorado Avalanche and Auston Matthews of the Toronto Maple Leafs, signaling a continued legacy of excellence in the NHL. The induction of these players will further solidify the Hall of Fame’s position as the ultimate recognition of achievement in professional hockey, and the debate over future inductees is sure to continue as the sport evolves. You can find more information about current NHL standings and player statistics at NHL.com.
The official induction ceremony date will be announced in the coming weeks, with officials stating they anticipate a strong turnout to honor these hockey icons.
